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Jevon Morris: Nursing as a Second Career
Jevon Morris needed a new career. Stat. “I never thought about nursing until I lost my job in 2009,” Morris said. “Somebody said, ‘You ought
What Is the Nurse’s Role in Community Health?
North Carolina ranks 31st in overall health in the U.S., but healthcare professionals, state and local government officials and community leaders have plans to improve
Health Concerns Facing Patients in North Carolina
Chronic conditions such as heart disease, obesity and diabetes are the leading causes of death in the United States, and they are also among the
Nursing Alum Kim Fowler Is a Natural Nurturer
Kim Fowler is all about being a caregiver, whether she’s at work or at home. Fowler, a nurse at University of North Carolina REX
Gaye Currier Takes the Path Less Traveled to a BSN
Gaye Currier delivering the Senior Speech at the UNCW Pinning Ceremony Gaye Currier is not much for following conventional routes — not even when
Why Evidence-Based Practice Is Critical for Nurses
Nurses today face the challenges of more complex patient needs and a rapidly changing medical environment. There is a heightened need for highly skilled and
Gerontological Nursing: Caring for Older Adults
Gerontological nurses help elderly patients with a variety of medical needs. As the number of older adults in America increases, the need for this type
Elevating Standards of Care in Nursing
Nurses are committed to helping people; it is the very nature of their job. By using evidence-based practice, nursing professionals can provide the very best
